Is the US shutdown over?
Asked 19 hours ago
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The US government shutdown, which lasted a record 41 days, is expected to end following a bipartisan funding agreement. Final votes to reopen the government are anticipated soon, with both parties making compromises but not achieving all their goals. The shutdown caused significant disruptions, but a resolution appears imminent.
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- President Donald Trump signaled the government shutdown would soon end after 41 days, making it the longest in U.S. history.
- A bipartisan funding deal was reached, with Democrats securing back pay for federal workers and a pledge for a future vote on health care subsidies. 17s
- Democrats did not obtain an extension of health care subsidies, but agreed to end the shutdown based on other concessions. 35s
- The shutdown led to millions losing food stamp access and caused significant disruptions at airports due to unpaid workers. 1m 16s
- Final votes to end the shutdown are expected soon, with both parties facing political consequences for the prolonged closure. 2m 3s
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19 hours agoU.S. government shutdown expected to end
U.S. President Donald Trump signals the government shutdown will soon end, stating, "It's too bad it was closed, but we'll be opening up our country very quickly." At 41 days, this is the longest U.S. government shutdown on record. A bipartisan funding deal has been reached, and final votes to end the shutdown are expected this week.